To date, this program has reached 100 schools and more than 49,000 students. Most of these students were in the 6th grade.

Read more about how Building Healthy Communities is making a difference in Michigan middle schools in this infographic.

Who can apply? 

This program is available to schools serving students in 5^th ,6^th or 7^th grade. If your school has already participated in a Building Healthy Communities program, you're not eligible to apply at this time. Here's a list of schools (PDF) that have participated.

How can I learn more?

Read more about the Middle School Program in the 2023-2024 Request for Applications (PDF) and the program website.

How can I apply? 

Applications are being accepted until Friday, June 30, 2023 for the 2023-2024 school year on the program website. We anticipate the online application opening April 15, 2023, and accepting applications through 5 p.m. on June 30, 2023.

Partners: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, United Dairy Industry of Michigan and the University of Michigan.